St. Joseph Parish (Otis Orchards) presents Refugees: A World Crisis

This is a critical moment, with more refugees today than any time in the last century. More than 4.8 million people have fled Syria alone to escape the atrocities of war. We will explore the refugee crisis during a two-part series. On Wednesday evening, November 29 St Joseph Parish Charity and Justice Committee in conjunction with World Relief Spokane will host a screening of the award-winning documentary.
“Salam Neighbor”.

“Salam Neighbor” is an award-winning feature documentary and campaign to connect the world to refugees. Our goal is to tell the stories of our refugee neighbors with the dignity they deserve and the depth the world needs. We hope you’ll join this effort by watching the film, sharing these stories and getting involved.

On December 6, World Relief will present stories of refugees in the Spokane area and lead discussion on the topic.

As we approach the Advent and Christmas Seasons, we will be thinking about the baby Jesus and the Holy Family. Last year’s Nativity Scene at St. Peter’s Square contained a traditional Maltese fishing to bring attention to the plight of refugees. The Pope said, he hoped those who visited would remember the message of
“fraternity, sharing, welcoming and solidarity” at the heart of the nativity scene. Pope Francis recalled that Jesus
was a refugee.
“In the painful experience of these brothers and sisters, we revisit that (experience) of baby Jesus, who at the time of his birth did not find accommodation and was born in a grotto in Bethlehem and then was brought to Egypt to escape Herod’s threat.”

There is no cost to attend but donations will be gratefully accepted. Come to one or both evenings. For more information call Teresa at St Joseph Parish at 926-7133.